NXEngine-Evo
Play the freeware classic Cave Story through a modern source port with widescreen support and quality-of-life improvements.
Free to play
Claim this free game to your account. You can download an available package directly or use the optional Windows platform for installation and updates.
What players should know
NXEngine-Evo is a modern reimplementation of the engine used by the original freeware Cave Story. Explore interconnected areas, meet memorable characters, collect weapons, and uncover multiple endings. NeonRoof installs the official Windows build directly from the source port release. Cave Story rights remain with their respective owner. Independent catalog listing. NeonRoof is not affiliated with or endorsed by this project's developers. Downloads are provided by the project's official distribution source.
Latest patch notes
Official upstream Windows package for version 2.6.5-1.
Key features
- Modern Cave Story engine reimplementation
- Widescreen and quality-of-life improvements
- Classic exploration, weapons, and story routes
- Portable Windows package
- Game modes
- Single-player
- Languages
- See the upstream project for current language support
- Controls
- Keyboard; controller support varies by project and configuration
Before you install
Minimum
Windows 10 or later; 64-bit Windows is recommended. Review the upstream project documentation for game-specific requirements.
Recommended
Use the listed official version and keep graphics drivers current. Package updates continue to come from the upstream project.
Gameplay and presentation
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NXEngine-Evo FAQ
What is NXEngine-Evo?
Play the freeware classic Cave Story through a modern source port with widescreen support and quality-of-life improvements.
Is NXEngine-Evo free?
Yes. NXEngine-Evo is listed as a free game on NeonRoof.
Where does the NXEngine-Evo download come from?
NeonRoof sends players to the official NXEngine-Evo project or developer distribution source. NeonRoof does not claim to be the game's developer.
Which platforms support NXEngine-Evo?
PC
Is NXEngine-Evo open source?
The code license is GPL-3.0-or-later. The media license is Original Cave Story media rights retained by their owner. Code and artwork can use different licenses, so check the linked project notices before redistributing or modifying the game.
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